Spring Chinook and Lingcod Double-Headers in Campbell River
Spring Chinook averaging 15–25 lbs are aggressive in Discovery Passage, with calm seas and light winds creating ideal conditions for double-header action with Lingcod.
Perfect May Conditions Meet Peak Spring Chinook Season
Sunday brought another stellar day to the waters around Campbell River and Discovery Passage. With clear skies, light northwest winds, and calm seas—wave heights barely a ripple at 0.1 meters—conditions couldn't have been better for getting out on the water. The morning slack into flood tide created ideal feeding windows, and the Spring Chinook are responding beautifully.
Spring Chinook Filling Out Nicely
Our Spring Chinook are in prime condition right now, averaging 15–25 lbs and showing aggressive strikes. The fish are moving through Discovery Passage and along the productive grounds near Johnstone Strait with excellent energy. While catch-and-release action is the name of the game until the July 15 retention opener, every hook-up is a genuine trophy moment. There's nothing quite like feeling a powerful Chinook take line off your reel—and the fight ahead is what keeps anglers coming back.
Lingcod Adds to the Action
With Lingcod season now open, we're seeing fantastic double-header potential. These hard-fighting fish are abundant around structure and reefs throughout Campbell River waters. Combining explosive Chinook strikes with eager Lingcod is the recipe for an unforgettable day on the boat. Whether you're targeting bottom structure or working mid-water columns, both species are cooperative.
Technique Tips for This Week
Light jigging with spoons and bucktails is producing consistent results. Focus on tide changes—the slack into flood we experienced today is prime feeding time. Work depth between 30–60 feet where Chinook congregate. The clear water means fish can see your presentation from distance, so keep gear sharp and patterns visible.
What to Expect This Week
Light winds and stable weather are forecast to continue. Each tide cycle offers fresh opportunities, and with both Chinook and Lingcod cooperative, this is peak booking season. Guests should come prepared for action and be ready for the possibility of multiple hook-ups per outing.
The window to experience world-class Spring Chinook catch-and-release fishing is open now. Book your charter with Fishing Storie Charters and feel what Campbell River is all about.
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